Exploring the Potential of Norwegian Birch
My master’s thesis applies four design approaches — steam‑bending, upcycling, precision machining and laser-crafting, and structural weaving—to test and show birch’s versatility.
The resulting prototypes marry sustainability, craftsmanship, and functionality in concise, impactful objects.
KURV
lounge chair
A lounge chair with a frame of straight, round birch poles and a woven seat and back under tension.
The interplay of rigid poles and flexible weave creates a springy, ergonomic seating experience rooted in contemporary Nordic craftsmanship.
The interplay of rigid poles and flexible weave creates a springy, ergonomic seating experience rooted in contemporary Nordic craftsmanship.
ASTRI
stool
A steam‑bent, interlocking three‑legged stool that packs flat and assembles with a single stainless‑steel bolt—the only metal component in the entire project.
Its curved forms and minimalist joinery underscore birch’s strength, portability, and material honesty.
Its curved forms and minimalist joinery underscore birch’s strength, portability, and material honesty.
RUMMY
set
A complete Rummy set in birch, demonstrating that wood can match plastics for fine detail and durability.
Tight tolerances and clean edges show how digital fabrication elevates traditional material to modern applications.
Tight tolerances and clean edges show how digital fabrication elevates traditional material to modern applications.
VED 1 & 2
form studies
Small stools and tables made from Norwegian firewood logs.
Burned and oiled surfaces transform a low value resource into refined, functional pieces, while retaining the log’s natural geometry.
Burned and oiled surfaces transform a low value resource into refined, functional pieces, while retaining the log’s natural geometry.